Black Sabbath, War Pigs - A Classical Musician’s First Listen and Reaction

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A powerful statement against the ugliness that creates war. I appreciated the craft and artistry that is evident in this piece of music.

Here’s the link to the original song:

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Credits: Music written and performed by Black Sabbath

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[rickoshay]

Bill Ward beat those drums like they owed him money.

[MagicGoblinPrincess]

All these years later, this song still makes my hair stand on end.

[Elcidxcampeador]

I am a sixty year old man who has listened to this song perhaps a thousand times. It was very interesting hearing your thoughts. Thank you.

[somersetcace]

Great review as usual. This song got criticized back in the day, cited as being evil for it's refences to witches and Satan. The truth is: The people that song was directed at knew exactly what he was saying and they didn't like it one bit.

[Daniel-rr]

The word is dirge. A funeral march pace. Implying doom and foreboding. Also classical phrasing and bombastic drumming with a harbinger vocal delivering smooth timing.

[fredwds]

The shrill of the air raid sirens sets the tone at the beginning. Chilling.

[Howdytoons]

I love how you picked up on the swing nature of the drumming in the intro. Bill Ward and Black Sabbath swung hard.

[maxdisbrow]

I loved your analysis. By golly, you gave it a pass! It is common for some people to dismiss this song, this band, this genre. This song is so well constructed, so powerful, and so well executed. It is a masterpiece. When this was released, it was unlike anything before it. Personally, I have a hard time grouping Black Sabbath into the Metal genre. It's so much more than metal. It's Black Sabbath. It is its own thing. It's the darker side of Rock & Roll! Thank God for Black Sabbath! They changed the world. Thank you for your video. You do a great job, and I really enjoy watching your video's. Please don't take offense, but I really admire your open-mindedness. That such a nice, sweet gal as you would even consider giving heavy music like this a listen is beyond cool. I have watched many of your videos and it's high time I subscribe. I'm a fan. Thankyou!

[ChrisLegner-qpyh]

It was completely new musical territory at that time. Incredibly effective at what it tried to convey.

[xer]

What I enjoy most about your videos is that it feels very much like I’m just hanging with a friend and we are jamming to tunes. The added benefit being that you’re also educating me about music in a way that does not feel too academic, but very casual and enlightening. Thank you.

[jaimelaverc]

18:30 an arpeggio which keeps repeating itself. Just like history.

[jeffnowoselsky]

I just love your interpretation of this song. Your sbtle facial expressions as you listen are worth a thousand words . Keep the wonderful content flowing!

[scottlozon]

you are awesome! I love your open mind and willingness to try all different genres!

[LordEagle]

that you listened. It truly is a timeless CLASSIC. Glad you like it. 💥💥💥🤘😎

[ilionreactor]

Black Sabbath was designed to be played back at full blast through the biggest speakers you can find.

[CreamyPesto]

Ozzy's vocals in those first handful of verses floors me every time. We have this grimy, tension filled guitar and bass intro, then his voice comes in clear and defiant. It just slices right through all of the chaos.

[craigseaver]

It never ceases to amaze me to watch you translate things over to the harp, with such speed and precision.

[jennythescouser]

The guitarist Tony Iomi was about to turn professional in 1966 when he lost the tips of his fingers in an industrial accident. Using home made prosthetics, he learned to play again. I regard him as that generation's Django Reinhardt.

[stuarthein]

Black Sabbath was THE original heavy metal band. They laid the groundwork for all the bands that followed them.

[JonMatcho]

Still get goosebumps after my 517th listen!